Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Reactivity series

Reactivity series — practice question

P, Q, R and S are metals. P reacts with dilute hydrochloric acid and produces hydrogen. Q reacts very vigorously with water. R reacts with water, giving hydrogen. S is obtained by heating its oxide with carbon. Which row identifies the metals?

  • AP: copper, Q: sodium, R: potassium, S: iron
  • BP: zinc, Q: magnesium, R: calcium, S: iron
  • CP: zinc, Q: sodium, R: calcium, S: magnesium
  • DP: iron, Q: potassium, R: sodium, S: zinc

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